BTS is seeking a c-UAS Trainer/RPV Pilot who is responsible for conducting instructional training to include designing specific training materials for UAS and cUAS operations. These encompass conducting a needs assessment, curriculum design, and developing new and/or updating existing materials/content to meet training requirements for the Engineering, System Integration Directorate (ESID). The candidate is responsible for COTS UAS multi-rotor platforms and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting, and recovering remote piloted ground and air vehicle systems. The candidate will be available and willing to deploy to various AORs for up to 6-months at a time rotating with other deployers and train in the Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD area. Desired candidate will have extensive experience in either Special Operations / Special Forces or senior Combat Arms background.

What You’ll Get to Do:

• Assist with the preparation of all instructor materials (course manuals, workbooks, handouts, completion certificates, and course evaluation forms).
• Support training of US and Coalition Forces (CF).
• Define vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure regarding threats by UAS/RPV such as TTPs to include emplacement TTPs and photo TTP.
• Responsible for the acquisition, fabrication, modification, programming, and maintenance of RPV for test events.
• Launches and recovers the air vehicle, performs pre-flight, in flight, and post flight checks.
• Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS (to possible conflict areas) on short notice in order to disseminate relevant threat information.
• Assist with vulnerability site assessments to inform analyst team about possible use of UAS.
• Coordinate with national and international intelligence agencies to develop data sharing capability, trend analysis and procedures.
• Provide comprehensive technical red-team analysis.
• Perform all functional duties independently.
• Work and live in a small team environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• Experience instructing large groups of low- and high-ranking personnel in a military environment.
• BA/BS with 0-3 years of experience; or AA/AS and 4 years of experience; or HS/GED and 6 years of experience.
• Experience with COTS multi-rotor and fixed-wing aircraft, to include hobbyist UAS experience.
• Special Operations/Special Forces background OR a senior combat arms type background.
• Demonstrate experience in pre-deployment training and knowledge exchange supporting field training exercises (FTX), Validation Exercises (VALEX), and other technical exchange events.
• Must be able to successfully complete CRC and deploy to CENTCOM theater.
• Must be able to obtain an Amateur Radio Technician License.
• Must be able to complete all requirements prescribed by the Aircrew Training Program (ATP).
• Must be able to obtain an FAA Part 107 (sUAS Remote Pilot Certificate)
• Experience with all RPV (land, air, and sea) and ability to design/fabricate with limited instructions or pre-built kits.
• Ability to research emerging RPV technologies, describe their advantages, and the impact to DoD capabilities.
• Knowledge of the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP).
• Ability to take technical RPV knowledge and inform/instruct others about the technology, capabilities, and limitations, and impacts to DoD capabilities.
• Proficient in utilizing standard MS Office computer applications and intelligence related automation to support analytical efforts and product development.
• Define and carry out scenarios (in test events or training events) in which RPV technology can be utilized.
• Ability to understanding and interpret customer requirements in order to influence correct use of the RPV technology at technical exchange events or test events.
• Ability to perform independently while in other locations and interacting with other organizations and military units.
• Ability to communicate and function effectively in a team environment.
• Successfully pass pre-hire medical screening.
• Meet all requirements for deployment from the CONUS Replacement Center (CRC).
• Meet all requirements prescribed by the Aircrew Training Program (ATP).
• Familiarity with facilitating training within Restricted Operating Zones (ROZs) and interfacing with Range Control (RC).

Company Overview:

BTS Software Solutions is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business who are community-focused innovators who transform ideas into technology to serve people. We recognize that innovation is only valuable when applied towards a needed solution. Technology has no value without the hard work to turn ideas into reality. Our roots are in helping save Soldiers’ lives through technology. We bring that ethos to serving our community. We create solutions that touch people's lives - products to communicate, to connect companies with customers, to stay informed, to save lives, and to enhance lives.

We have a small company persona with a large company ethos and capabilities; we create elegant solutions for complex problems that will enrich people’s lives. We offer one of the best benefits packages in the industry: Competitive health benefits package, PTO, 401K matching and vested from day one to name just a few of our benefits and perks.

BTS Software Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.